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Fetal fibronectin is a protein that helps keep the amniotic sac attached to the wall of the uterus during pregnancy. If there is a

Cervical cerclage (say "SER-vuh-kul ser-KLAZH") is a procedure that helps keep the cervix from opening too soon before delivery

What is preterm labor? Preterm labor is labor that comes too early—between 20 and 37 weeks of pregnancy. In labor, the uterus

An ischemic stroke develops when a blood vessel (artery) supplying blood to an area of the brain becomes blocked by a blood clot

A hemorrhagic stroke develops when a blood vessel (artery) in the brain leaks or bursts (ruptures). This causes bleeding: Inside

An ear exam is a thorough check of the ears. It is done to screen for ear problems, such as hearing loss, ear pain, discharge

After a stroke, keep in mind that you are the most important person in your own recovery. You need to have a major say in the

It is common to feel sad about changes caused by the stroke. Sometimes the injury to the brain from the stroke can cause

A stroke often affects movement and use of one side of the body, so getting dressed is often difficult for people after a stroke

Some people have speech and language problems after a stroke. Their ability to speak, read, or write may be affected. Also, they